Makers / John R. Wells / Scaup/Bluebill
John R. Wells High-head Bluebill Drake
John R. Wells (1861-1953) Toronto, Ontario, Canada, c. 1900
$840
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,200–$1,600under estimate
Sold Jul 2024at Copley, July 2024
SpeciesScaup/BluebillConfigDrakeSize15.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
John R. Wells (1861-1953) Toronto, Ontario, Canada, c. 1900 15 1/2 in. long
A hollow decoy with a tall neck and "JAS.C" brand on the bottom. Original paint with even gunning wear and touch-up to bill and several filled shot holes.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent John R. Wells Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | — | Original | $545 |
| Jan 2025 | — | Repaint | $540 |
| Jan 2025 | — | Repaint | $450 |
| Jul 2022 | — | Original | $1,140 |
| Jul 2017 | — | Original | $2,520 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John R. Wells sales